California Building Permits
Updated 2h ago21,741 recent building permits filed in California.
21,741 permits
1 Window and 1 door change-out (same size & type) for residential buildings. Dual glazing, labeled and certified by National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC), is required for doors and windows repla...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 25 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 26 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over new solid sheathing 46 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zo...
3 bathroom(s).Bathroom remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).Kitchen remodel for residential buildings (no structural changes).
SUPPLEMENTAL PERMIT 19010-30000-05960 TRANSFER PERMIT TO: License #908219Contractor NameWACONAH CONSTRUCTION
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 10 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
**2025 eo1 eligible widlfire project**grading for new retaining wall.
eplan: Convert storage area to bathroom in a unit within an apartment (125 1/2 N Harper Ave).
Grading excavation for new pool and spa.
ePLAN. GRADING FOR NEW APARTMENT.
Application of an approved coating to an existing exterior balcony or deck.
2025 WILDFIRE REBUILD, SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLING WITH AN ATTACHED TWO CAR GARAGE, ONE-STORY, 63'2'' x 40'2''. NFPA 13D SPRINKLERS THROUGHOUT EO1
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over EXISTING solid sheathing _20_Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Sever...
Supplemental ref: 08014-10000-0464 to complete work done under previously expired permit at 95% complete.
Re-roof with Class A or B roof covering material weighing less than 6 pounds per sq. ft. over existing solid sheathing 40 Squares. Class A roof covering is required within Very High Fire Hazard Severi...
Supplemental to 24010-300000-03167to capture the Update to Title 24 Change.
***2025 eo8 eligible wildfire*** proposed 19951 sf 2 story house w/ basement
eplan: remodel service counter of (E) RESTAURANT
Supplemental permit to 25047-20000-00159 to re-check lost set of plans
California's construction market is running hot right now. We're tracking 21,624 permits on file across the state, with 6,683 filed in just the last 30 days. That's real work happening on real projects, and it translates directly into lead opportunities for contractors. Los Angeles dominates the activity with 15,195 permits, followed by San Francisco with 6,429. Renovation work leads the charge at 11,473 permits, but roofing is solid too at 4,770 permits. Pool work, demolition, and specialty permits round out the rest. The point: there's enough variety here that roofers, HVAC techs, plumbers, and electricians can all find their next job. Permit data works because it's a record of decisions already made. When a property owner pulls a permit, they've committed money and timeline. DigPermit gives you access to this data so you can reach out before competitors do. You're not guessing who's building. You know exactly who filed what, where, and when.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find new construction leads in California?
Use permit data. Every building permit filed represents a property owner or GC who has already decided to build or renovate. DigPermit tracks permits as they're filed, so you can identify projects in your area, check the permit type to see if it matches your trade, and reach out directly. This beats waiting for bids to go public or hoping someone refers you work. You're working from actual filed permits, not speculation.
Which cities in California have the most building permits?
Los Angeles leads significantly with 15,195 permits on file. San Francisco is second with 6,429 permits. These two cities represent a huge share of construction activity in the state. If you're based in or willing to travel to either market, the volume of work is there. Even smaller cities show steady permit activity, so check your local area in DigPermit to see what's actually happening near you.
What types of permits are most common in California?
Renovation permits are most common at 11,473 permits. Roofing is second at 4,770 permits, which is significant work for roofers and GCs. Pool permits account for 1,317, demolition for 674, and another 1,986 are miscellaneous permit types. Your trade likely appears in the data. Use the permit type filters in DigPermit to narrow results to work that matches your services.